Personal health homework 3
The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is
epinephrine.
Your roommate just ate the last of your trail mix without asking. Which type of stressor is this?
hassle
Which of the following characteristics of a Type A personality have been determined to most increase the risk for heart disease?
having a tendency toward anger, distrust, and cynicism
Chronic stress has a strong connection to all of the following medical conditions EXCEPT
hearing loss.
Of the following choices, the source of stress experienced by the greatest percentage of American adults is
money.
A sense of being overwhelmed by perceived obligations to stay connected online is
technostress.
The process of forming mental images to promote relaxation is __________.
visualization
When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals,
your memory may be impaired.
A person you would describe as calm, noncompetitive, and tolerant of others has personality Type __________.
B
Which of the following is TRUE about stress?
Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges.
Nathan's piano teacher is insisting that he practice more, while at the same time he is overloaded with assignments in his academic classes, worried about how he's going to make the final payments on this semester's tuition bill, and having trouble sleeping. Nathan is at high risk for
burnout
During the stress response, the adrenal glands release which hormone that stimulates other body systems?
epinephrine
Which of the following is NOT an indicator that a person's sympathetic nervous system has been activated?
increased salivation
Exercise reduces stress primarily by
increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones.
Common physical symptoms of stress include __________.
memory and digestive problems
Chronic stress may cause structural degeneration and impaired function of the brain, increasing the risk for all of the following EXCEPT
meningitis
The stress hormone cortisol plays a major role during the stress response in
mobilizing nutrients to meet energy needs.
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system slows down certain body functions as part of recovery from exposure to a stressor?
parasympathetic
Catrina just missed hitting a deer as she was driving along a dark, curving road. She felt her racing heart finally slow down after she pulled off the road and took a few deep breaths. This is an example of a(n)
adaptive response
All EXCEPT which of the following techniques help prevent a person from experiencing technostress?
answering all text messages immediately upon receipt
Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for
cardiovascular disease.
An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to stressors is known as
chronic stress.
The modification of thoughts, ideas, and beliefs that contribute to stress is known as __________.
cognitive restructuring
Ken is the new pastor at a local church. He is both nervous and excited about his new post and is looking forward to meeting all the members of his new congregation. This process will take some time and effort, but he is convinced that it will help him learn how to serve them better. Ken's situation is an example of
eustress.
During which stage of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) does allostatic load occur?
exhaustion phase
The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is
homeostasis.
The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the
hypothalamus.
Which of the following BEST describes a Type C personality?
stoic
The term or phrase used to describe what happens physiologically when we respond to a perceived threat or imminent danger is __________.
the fight-or-flight response
Even a full year after a tornado struck their town, community residents were at increased risk for traumatic stress.
true
Mariah is behind on her coursework because of training for the upcoming tryouts for the swim team. On top of that, she broke up with her boyfriend last week. Monica, her twin sister, does not participate on a sports team and has plenty of time to get her homework done before her boyfriend visits most evenings. Compared to Monica, Mariah is likely to experience
more upper respiratory illness.
The transactional model of stress and coping proposes that our stress response is determined by
our perception of the stressor, our coping ability, and our environment.
David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke. This most likely caused him to experience
the flight-or-fight response
Emily is experiencing an allostatic load due to a dysfunctional relationship, credit card debt, and a challenging course load. Which of the following defines the term allostatic load?
the long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response
Which of the following is a key time management strategy that can reduce stress?
Set clear implementation intentions toward a specific end.
Which of the following statements regarding stress and hair loss is NOT true?
Stress-induced hair loss occurs when colonies of hair are pushed into an active phase.
Because of a heavy course load and a demanding job, Olivia has been under severe stress this academic year. Which of the following hormones might play a role in increasing Olivia's level of abdominal fat?
cortisol
You have been a successful doctor of internal medicine for many years. You recently gave up your large practice in the city to join the staff of a small-town clinic where you will work four days a week. Which method are you using to manage stress?
downshifting
As Joe prepares to spar with a Taekwondo opponent, his heart rate and respiration rate increase. These are indicators that which branch of the nervous system has been activated?
sympathetic
